Infection controlQuestion 229 of 1700
May you wash used gloves so you can reuse them?
- Yes, if the gloves have no holes in them
- Yes, but only one more time on the same task
- No, gloves must never be washed to use again
- Yes, if you use them on the same resident
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Correct answer: No, gloves must never be washed to use again
Reusing gloves has been linked to the spread of germs. Gloves are for one use only.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026